Signage

Signage

Signage is an essential component of both residential and commercial buildings, ensuring clear communication, safety, and compliance with accessibility standards. From wayfinding and identification to safety and compliance, signage provides crucial information that helps users navigate spaces confidently. At John Barnes Group, we supply high-quality signage solutions designed for durability, clarity, and compliance with Australian Standards. Buy Signage online today from the John Barnes online shop!

Why Signage Matters

• Accessibility: Signage ensures inclusivity, particularly when designed in compliance with AS1428.1, which covers tactile and braille requirements for accessible facilities.

• Safety: Provides essential instructions and warnings to minimise risks.

• Efficiency: Helps people find their way quickly in public or commercial spaces.

• Professional Presentation: High-quality signage enhances the appearance and functionality of any facility.

Key Features and Benefits

• Durable Materials: Manufactured from stainless steel or acrylic

• Clear Visibility: Designed with contrasting colours and easy-to-read fonts

• Compliance: Options available that meet AS1428.1 requirements for tactile and braille signage

• Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, from restrooms to emergency exits

Applications

• Restroom Signage: Male, female, unisex, accessible, and parent room identifiers

• Safety Signage: Fire exits, hazard warnings, and emergency instructions

• Wayfinding: Directional signage to guide visitors through buildings

• Facility Signage: Identifiers for offices, classrooms, and service areas

• Accessibility Signage: Tactile and braille signs for inclusive compliance

Product Selection Guidance

• Choose signage that complies with AS1428.1 for accessibility in public buildings

• Select materials suited to the environment—stainless steel for durability, acrylic for cost-effectiveness, or aluminium for modern finishes

• Consider size and placement to ensure maximum visibility and legibility

• Use consistent designs across facilities to improve wayfinding

Installation Tips

• Install signage at standardised heights to comply with accessibility requirements

• Ensure secure fixing with adhesives or screws depending on the surface

• Place signs in well-lit locations for clear visibility

Maintenance and Care

• Clean signs regularly to maintain readability and appearance

• Inspect for wear, fading, or damage and replace as necessary

• Ensure compliance signage (e.g., braille, fire safety) remains legible and intact

Order from John Barnes Group

John Barnes Group supplies a wide range of signage solutions designed to provide clarity, safety, and compliance across commercial, institutional, and residential projects.

Contact us today to choose the right signage for your project:
https://johnbarnesgroup.au/contact/